Defined Benefit vs Defined Contribution Pension
One of the best employer benefits available is a pension plan which comes in two forms: defined benefit pension plan and defined contribution pension plan. Think of it as free money since your employer is basically matching you, or giving you more, towards your retirement savings. Despite the fact both pensions are essentially free money.…
Read MoreMotive Financial Review
Motive Financial is the online banking division of Canadian Western Bank (CWB). Originally, this online platform was called Canadian Direct Financial which was created in 2008, however, in 2017 the company rebranded and Motive Financial was born. Due to the fact that Motive Financial is an online bank only, they are able to offer various…
Read MoreRBC InvestEase Review
**This post is sponsored by RBC InvestEase Inc. All views and opinions expressed represent my own and are based on my own research of the subject matter Are you looking into robo advisors and investing but don’t know where to start? Although robo advisors are becoming more and more popular across Canada, some people still…
Read MoreOFX Review Canada | The best way to transfer money internationally
Finding the best way to transfer money internationally isn’t always the easiest thing to do. Sure, you could easily go to your bank and send an international money transfer, but you could get hit with some serious fees. You would have to pay to make the transfer (the recipient may also pay a fee) and…
Read MoreMy Pension Deferral Dilemma
As some of you know, I quit my full-time job in January of 2018 to freelance and spend more time with my daughter. What you may not know is that I was still technically an employee since I would do the occasional shift during a major event. Oh, it also allowed me to keep all…
Read MoreDynamic Currency Conversion | How to avoid it
When it comes to travelling, dynamic currency conversion is something you need to know about since it’s one of the biggest travel fees you can avoid. In case you’re not familiar with dynamic currency conversion, it’s when you get the option to pay for your purchases in your home currency when using credit cards abroad.…
Read MoreHow to Save Money on Groceries
Have you ever wondered how to save money on groceries? If you’re like me, you’ve likely noticed that the cost of groceries has gone up over the years. While small increases due to inflation are expected, quite a few products have increased in price. The cost of beef and pork has gone up significantly and…
Read MoreThe Best and Worst Loyalty Programs in Canada
Do you want to know what are the best and worst loyalty programs in Canada are? Loyalty programs are all the rage these days. Just about every retailer seems to have one. It makes sense, by offering your customers something, they’ll hopefully stay loyal to the brand and spend more. Despite the fact that you…
Read MoreTangerine ETF Review
Are you looking for a Tangerine ETF review? Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are something Tangerine clients have been asking for years. Considering the fact that Tangerine was one of the first out of the gate with their index fund portfolios, it’s a bit shocking that it took them this long to introduce ETFs. The new…
Read MoreOverdraft Fees: What You Need to Know
It happens to everyone – a deposit comes in late, or an auto-charge is larger than expected, and suddenly you are facing an overdrawn account. Does it seem to be happening more often? According to recent reports, Canadians are paying more in bank fees than ever, especially overdraft fees. In addition, banks and credit unions…
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